Chawton Church of England Primary School
88%
Capacity
92
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Chawton Church of England Primary School
Chawton Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Hampshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 92 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Chawton Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Doyle, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13065th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 31 in East Hampshire.
Chawton Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 14 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Chawton Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (32 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chawton Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Hampshire, Chawton Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Gosport Road, Alton, East Hampshire, GU34 1SG |
| Headteacher | Zoe Doyle |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 105 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13065th of 13,686
Nationally
1946th of 2,034
In South East
29th of 31
In East Hampshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
33%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
48
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chawton Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Gosport Road, Alton
East Hampshire, GU34 1SG
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